Mammorake Patience Tshela has taken to social media to expose her ex-partner, Tebatso Maubane Tlaka, accusing him of being a deadbeat father who cheated on her shortly after childbirth and physically assaulted her when confronted. In a detailed Facebook post on Friday, July 3, 2026, she recounted the events that have left her struggling to secure financial support for their child.
Cheating and Assault After Childbirth
According to Tshela, Tlaka cheated on her when their daughter was barely three months old. When she confronted him about the infidelity, he allegedly physically assaulted her. She reported the incident to authorities, leading to his arrest. However, she later dropped the charges after his family pleaded on his behalf—a decision she now calls her biggest mistake.
Ongoing Child Neglect
Since the assault, the couple has ceased communication, and Tlaka has stopped sending money for their child's upkeep. Tshela stated that he occasionally contacts her, promising to send financial support, but never follows through. She expressed frustration that the maintenance court cannot intervene because she does not know his current place of employment or source of income.
Emotional Toll and Public Appeal
Despite his absence, Tshela says Tlaka often claims that their daughter will eventually seek him out when she grows up. This remark has added to her distress. In her post, she wrote: “Me versus my deadbeat baby daddy who cheated on me when our child was barely 3 months old, and when I confronted him about it, he physically assaulted me.” She urged the public to be aware of his behavior.
Call for Accountability
Tshela’s post has sparked reactions online, with many sympathizing with her situation and condemning Tlaka’s actions. She hopes that by naming him publicly, she might pressure him into fulfilling his parental responsibilities. Her story highlights the challenges faced by single parents in securing child support, especially when the other parent's income is untraceable.
